2002 Acura RSX vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura RSX (193 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Acura | Trabant |
| Model | RSX | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
